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78: The Duties of the Vizier

78: The Duties of the Vizier

Amunhotep II (Part 2): The Pharaoh's Aide.

The History of Egypt Podcast

June 18, 201726m 18s

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Amunhotep II (Part 2): The Pharaoh's Aide.


In 1440 BCE, a servant of Pharaoh inscribed his tomb with a remarkable text detailing every aspect of his job. What was life like, for one of Egypt's most important officials?


Select Bibliography:

  • G.P.F. van den Boorn, The Duties of the Vizier, 1988.
  • Peter der Manuelian, Studies in the Reign of Amenophis II, 1987.
  • B.G. Trigger et al., Ancient Egypt: A Social History, 1983.
  • Aidan Dodson, Amarna Sunrise, 2014.

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